Interim Payroll Lead — Part-Time (32h/wk)

Kent College, Canterbury; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare with BenendenHealth

Retail and gym membership discounts

Free lunch during term time

Salary sacrifice schemes (cycle to, 0.

Job summary

Kent College Canterbury is seeking an experienced Payroll Advisor to lead our payroll operations on a 32-hour-per-week basis. This 6-month fixed-term role sits within the HR team and focuses on accurate payroll processing, pension scheme administration, and delivering a high-quality service to colleagues across the College.

Flexibility around working patterns may be considered for the right candidate. The closing date is 24 November 2026, and the college offers competitive benefits in addition

Qualifications

• Experienced payroll professional with focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Level 3 CIPP qualification or equivalent.
• Strong experience with payroll systems and statutory returns.
• Proven track record of managing multiple pension schemes.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead on the school’s payroll operations.
• Ensure accurate processing of payroll, statutory returns and pension scheme administration.
• Provide a high-quality service to colleagues across the College.

Skills

Payroll experience

CIPP Level 3

Pension schemes management

Payroll systems

Education

CIPP Level 3

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Kent College Canterbury is seeking an experienced Payroll Advisor to lead our payroll operations on a 32-hour-per-week basis. This 6-month fixed-term role sits within the HR team and focuses on accurate payroll processing, pension scheme administration, and delivering a high-quality service to colleagues across the College.

Flexibility around working patterns may be considered for the right candidate. The closing date is 24 November 2026, and the college offers competitive benefits in addition